1997 Porsche 993 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 25 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993.
Because 1997 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 993 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 993 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2720 mm |
